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May 13th 2013- Ana Botella: "Your contribution to Madrid 2020 is a proof of confidence in our country"May 6th 2013- Madrid hosts Europe's biggest women's sports eventMay 3rd 2013- Rafa Nadal supports Madrid 2020 at the Mutua Madrid Open launchApril 29th 2013- 26,000 runners show Madrid's sporting spiritApril 26th 2013- The Madrid Marathon: a celebration in support of the Madrid 2020 Olympic BidMarch 23rd 2013- Istanbul 2020 official statement on dopingMay 16th 2012- Meet the Best! Olympic Beat Reporters Take Center Stage ATR Newsmaker Breakfast QuebecMarch 7th 2012- Around the Rings Olympic Bid Power Index - 2020 Cities in Virtual Dead HeatApril 30th 2011- MUNICH 2018 TAKES CARBON-CUTTING CONCEPT TO QATARApril 21st 2011- MUNICH 2018 BOLSTERED BY LATEST STATISTICSApril 7th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 announces new US$500,000,000 'Drive the Dream' programme to help develop winter sports in KoreaApril 7th 2011- Bid Team Presents its Vision at SportAccord Conference in LondonApril 7th 2011- Arsene Wenger with athletes at Annecy 2018 presentationApril 7th 2011- 'THE RIGHT MOMENT FOR MUNICH'April 6th 2011- The International Olympic Committee opens the way for new disciplinesApril 6th 2011- FRIENDSHIP UNITES IN LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC PARKApril 5th 2011- Annecy 2018 Announce SportAccord Presentation TeamApril 4th 2011- TOP-LEVEL MUNICH 2018 TEAM ARRIVES AT SPORTACCORDApril 4th 2011- Aimé Jacquet sends his support to Annecy 2018April 4th 2011- TOP-LEVEL MUNICH 2018 TEAM ARRIVES AT SPORTACCORDApril 1st 2011- Chantal Jouanno to attend Sport Accord with Annecy 2018April 1st 2011- Annecy 2018 salutes a golden seasonMarch 28th 2011- MUNICH 2018 MARKS 100 DAYS TO DURBANMarch 28th 2011- Countdown: D-day-100March 28th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 celebrates '100 days to go' & signs new agreements for 'Best of Korea' initiativeMarch 22nd 2011- Annecy 2018 to present at AIPS media conference in KoreaMarch 22nd 2011- New Corporate Sponsor for PyeongChang 2018 BidMarch 18th 2011- ANNECY 2018 VISITS MOROCCOMarch 18th 2011- Annecy 2018 continues to step-up its international campaignMarch 16th 2011- PyeongChang Bid Tops Around the Rings' Olympic Bid Power IndexMarch 11th 2011- ANNECY 2018 PRESIDENT ON THE ROAD IN BARCELONAMarch 10th 2011- ANNECY WOMEN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN BARCELONAMarch 7th 2011- Caisse des Dépôts, official partner of Annecy 2018March 7th 2011- MUNICH 2018: EXPERIENCE, EXCITEMENT, ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIESMarch 4th 2011- Charles Beigbeder, President of Annecy 2018 at Nordic World Ski ChampionshipsMarch 4th 2011- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION IMPRESSED BY GOVERNMENT BACKING FOR MUNICH 2018March 4th 2011- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION IMPRESSED BY GOVERNMENT BACKING FOR MUNICH 2018March 4th 2011- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION VISITS KÖNIGSSEE SLIDING CENTREMarch 4th 2011- LATEST POLL CONTINUES MUNICH 2018 MOMENTUMMarch 3rd 2011- MUNICH 2018 SHOWCASES 'HISTORIC' 80-YEAR OLYMPIC LEGACYMarch 3rd 2011- Annecy 2018: congrats to the French Team for their great results during the World ChampionshipsMarch 3rd 2011- MUNICH 2018 THE KEY TO €22 BILLION MARKETMarch 2nd 2011- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION VISITS GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHENMarch 1st 2011- MUNICH 2018: SUSTAINABLE, COMPACT AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLYMarch 1st 2011- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION BEGINS IN MUNICHFebruary 28th 2011- LORD MAYOR OF MUNICH WELCOMES WORLD'S MEDIAFebruary 28th 2011- MUNICH 2018 LAUNCHES PART TWO OF INNOVATIVE 'LIVING BID BOOK'February 24th 2011- CITY FLIES FLAG FOR MUNICH 2018February 22nd 2011- MUNICH 2018 REACTION TO POTENTIAL REFERENDUM IN GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHENFebruary 19th 2011- South Korea's Prime Minister, Hwang-sik Kim, joins PyeongChang 2018 for final briefings to the International Olympic Committee Evaluation CommissionFebruary 18th 2011- The Dream Program's winter sport stars of the future greet the IOC Evaluation Commission in GangneungFebruary 17th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 showcases its compact Winter Games Plan to the IOC Evaluation CommissionFebruary 16th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 shares its vision for the Winter Games with the IOC Evaluation CommissionFebruary 15th 2011- President Myung-bak Lee greets the International Olympic Committee Evaluation Commission in PyeongChangFebruary 10th 2011- Seoul celebrates the opening of a special PyeongChang 2018 subway stationFebruary 10th 2011- First day of the IOC Evaluation Commission's visit to Annecy Annecy: 2018 offers Authentic Games designed with athletes right in the heart of the mountainsFebruary 10th 2011- First day of the IOC Evaluation Commission's visit to Annecy Annecy: 2018 offers Authentic Games designed with athletes right in the heart of the mountainsFebruary 8th 2011- GLOBAL SHOWCASE BEGINS FOR MUNICH 2018February 8th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 signs agreements for 'Best of Korea' initiativeFebruary 8th 2011- IOC Evaluation Commission Visit French Prime Minister to Welcome IOC for Annecy 2018February 4th 2011- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION: 4 DAYS TO GOFebruary 4th 2011- MUNICH 2018 IGNITES OLYMPIC SPIRIT AMONG YOUTHJanuary 31st 2011- Public support for PyeongChang 2018 continues to riseJanuary 30th 2011- Outstanding sites and an Organisation second to none: Annecy 2018 show they've got what it takes at Kandahar 2011January 25th 2011- MUNICH 2018 UNVEILS FIVE NEW 'FRIENDS OF THE BID'January 25th 2011- BAYERN MUNICH TRIO BACK THE BIDJanuary 25th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 receives further support from new national sponsorsJanuary 21st 2011- PyeongChang 2018's Winter Games Plan receives support from local environmental groupsJanuary 20th 2011- Olympic Winter Games gold medallist Yu-Na Kim reaffirms support for PyeongChang 2018January 19th 2011- MUNICH 2018 RIGHT ON TRACK WITH DEUTSCHE BAHNJanuary 19th 2011- MEDIA ALERT: PyeongChang 2018 Candidate File available to download onlineJanuary 18th 2011- Skicross on the Annecy 2018 playing fieldJanuary 17th 2011- NATIONAL SUPPORT FOR MUNICH 2018 SOARS TO 75%January 14th 2011- PyeongChang successfully hosts the 2011 FIS Ski Jumping Continental Cup at Alpensia ResortJanuary 12th 2011- Media Alert: IOC Evaluation VisitJanuary 10th 2011- Annecy 2018 moves into top gear!January 10th 2011- MUNICH 2018 BID BOOK ON WAY TO SYMBOLIC HANDOVERJanuary 7th 2011- RATP Group announces its support for Annecy 2018January 7th 2011- Korean Broadcasters Association confirms support for PyeongChang 2018January 6th 2011- PyeongChang 2018 Candidate File approved by all bid stakeholders ahead of IOC submissionJanuary 6th 2011- Compagnie du Mont-Blanc signs up with Annecy 2018December 29th 2010- SK Group to sponsor PyeongChang 2018 BidDecember 22nd 2010- New Vice-Chairmen and Ambassador announced for PyeongChang 2018 BidDecember 21st 2010- Another weekend of sport on the Annecy 2018 playing fieldDecember 21st 2010- Local residents roll up their sleeves to support the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Games BidDecember 20th 2010- MUNICH 2018 SPORTS AMBASSADORS INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATIONDecember 17th 2010- World Curling Federation (WCF) approves PyeongChang 2018 Curling VenuesDecember 17th 2010- World Cup season is in full swing on the Annecy 2018 playing fieldDecember 16th 2010- "Everything still to play for"December 15th 2010- GERMANY'S PRESIDENT, CHRISTIAN WULFF, BECOMES MUNICH 2018'S LATEST INFLUENTIAL ADVOCATEDecember 15th 2010- Val d'Isère gets the World Cup season off to a flying start on the Annecy 2018 playing fieldDecember 14th 2010- MUNICH 2018 CONTINUES LAND USE NEGOTIATIONS - PROJECT COMPLETELY GUARANTEEDDecember 13th 2010- MUNICH 2018 WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLANDDecember 12th 2010- Annecy 2018 stays on course for victoryDecember 10th 2010- A constructive meeting for Annecy 2018December 10th 2010- South Korea's government reaffirms support for PyeongChang's bid to host 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter GamesDecember 9th 2010- MUNICH 2018 DEVELOPS BEST PRACTICE IN DURBANDecember 9th 2010- La Plagne opens the winter sports season on Annecy 2018's home turfDecember 7th 2010- MUNICH 2018 CELEBRATES START OF GERMANY'S WINTER SPORTS SEASONDecember 6th 2010- Free shuttle service launched for winter sports fans travelling to PyeongChangDecember 6th 2010- Annecy adapts its international setup for the home straightNovember 24th 2010- Football legend David Ginola backs the Annecy 2018 bidNovember 15th 2010- 3,500 people gather at Gyeongpo Lake to show support for PyeongChang 2018November 13th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Bid Committee presents to the Olympic Family at the 29th OCA General AssemblyNovember 12th 2010- Newly crowned World Fencing Champion Maureen Nisima joins the champion supporters backing Annecy 2018November 11th 2010- China and France share strong ties and a passion for sports in Paris and GuangzhouNovember 11th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 reaffirms commitment to carbon-neutral Winter GamesNovember 11th 2010- Annecy 2018 CEO Edgar Grospiron arrives in Guangzhou for OCA General AssemblyNovember 10th 2010- Vote of confidence: The City of Annecy and the Haute-Savoie General Council are 100% behind Annecy 2018November 9th 2010- Jin-sun Kim appointed as new bid Ambassador as PyeongChang 2018 prepares for OCANovember 8th 2010- PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON TO TRAVEL TO ZURICH, SWITZERLAND,FOR FINAL PRESENTATION OF U.S. BID FOR 2022 FIFA WORLD CUP™November 6th 2010- Annecy 2018 congratulates the French rowing team!November 6th 2010- Presenting the Annecy 2018 book and DVD: "Education and the Olympism: from pole to pole"November 4th 2010- Richard Dacoury backs Annecy 2018October 29th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 Technical Committee gears up for International Olympic Committee visitOctober 27th 2010- The ICF Bidding Process has OpenedOctober 18th 2010- A team of Champions and 10 Olympic medals to support Annecy 2018October 18th 2010- Annecy plays host to the rendezvous for great outdoors sports professionalsOctober 16th 2010- Laurent Blanc and Alain Boghossian join Annecy 2018's team of supporters from the world of sportsOctober 8th 2010- Korean Ski Association hosts children's Ski Jumping Camp to develop new generation of winter sports athletesOctober 7th 2010- Jean-Claude Killy congrats the Annecy 2018October 5th 2010- Annecy 2018 reveals new slogan "Snow, Ice and You!"October 5th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 announces GS Group as new corporate sponsorOctober 4th 2010- ANNECY 2018 SHIFTS INTO TOP GEAROctober 3rd 2010- The Orienteering World Cup on the Annecy 2018 playgroundOctober 1st 2010- Annecy hosts the International Freeski Film FestivalSeptember 30th 2010- Elected Officials of Gangwon Province Unite Behind PyeongChang 2018 BidSeptember 29th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 announces new corporate sponsorship with Hanhwa GroupSeptember 29th 2010- AREA-Eiffage Group, official partner of Annecy 2018September 27th 2010- France launches a national sporting event, "Feel sporty, feel healthy"September 25th 2010- Annecy 2018 works closely with environmental experts from the World Mountain Water SummitSeptember 24th 2010- Somfy, Annecy 2018 official partner, signs up with French National Olympic CommitteeSeptember 18th 2010- "Snowflake to Wave Odyssey" Edgar Grospiron and a host of sporting greats fly the flag for Annecy 2018September 17th 2010- South Korea celebrates the anniversary of the 1988 Seoul Olympic GamesSeptember 14th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 Bid boosted by donation from LG Corp.September 3rd 2010- Back to school, for a sportive academic year!August 30th 2010- 5,000 marathon runners join to show support for PyeongChang 2018August 27th 2010- Annecy 2018: a resolutely youthful Olympic bidAugust 27th 2010- Diplomat Michèle Ramis joins the team for Annecy 2018August 27th 2010- PyeongChang helps to improve Bobsleigh and Skeleton in MongoliaAugust 26th 2010- Annecy 2018 congratulates the young French athletes who shone in SingaporeAugust 24th 2010- PyeongChang Completes Practice Tracks for Sledding EventsAugust 23rd 2010- Annecy 2018: Thousands to take part in unique sporting adventureAugust 23rd 2010- Mass participation sporting events held to show support for PyeongChang 2018 Olympic and Paralympic BidAugust 20th 2010- 80,000 people expected to attend Europe's leading cultural event for young audience in Le Grand BornandAugust 20th 2010- PyeongChang's Alpensia Resort ranked as key tourist destinationAugust 19th 2010- Religions unite in support of PyeongChang 2018August 17th 2010- ANNECY 2018 UPDATE: A passion for sport and the mountainsAugust 16th 2010- 15,000 people participate in 2010 Gangwon Bike Race to support PyeongChang 2018August 16th 2010- A million young people mobilizing for Annecy 2018August 13th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 Announces Secretary General for International RelationsAugust 11th 2010- South Korea National Assembly Members Express Full Support For PyeongChang 2018August 10th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 launches new websiteAugust 6th 2010- Los Angeles celebrates PyeongChang 2018 Ambassador Yu-na KimAugust 5th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 announces major new appointmentAugust 4th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 hosts environmental sustainability workshopAugust 2nd 2010- Annecy 2018 World First: a group of young Palestinians and Israelis scale Mont Blanc!August 2nd 2010- PyeongChang 2018: International visitors to Gangwon Province, South Korea, increases by 9.8% in 2010July 30th 2010- French Ladies golf champion Gwladys Nocera swings for Annecy 2018July 30th 2010- PyeongChang's Alpensia Resort Complex Fully OpenJuly 27th 2010- Annecy 2018: Musicians from all over the world for the highest live concerts in EuropeJuly 23rd 2010- Christophe Lemaitre, the rising 100 meters star, fires the starting gun for Annecy 2018July 23rd 2010- PyeongChang hosts 7th Great Mountains International Music Festival and SchoolJuly 22nd 2010- South Korean government invests USD 1 million to open new winter sports training centerJuly 15th 2010- Annecy 2018, towards optimum compactnessJuly 8th 2010- Annecy 2018 hard at work on venues, political support and mobilizing athletesJuly 6th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 celebrates "1 Year to Go"June 30th 2010- The National Assembly of Korea pledges support for PyeongChang's bid to host the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in 2018June 29th 2010- Archery World Cup Final draws worldwide interestJune 14th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 announces new single ChairmanshipJune 11th 2010- MUNICH 2018 ENERGISED BY VANCOUVER DEBRIEFMay 18th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 establishes dedicated Athletes CommitteeMay 17th 2010- South Korean government reaffirms support for PyeongChang's bid to host the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in 2018May 10th 2010- USA BID COMMITTEE SUBMITTING OFFICIAL BID BOOK THIS FRIDAY TO HOST 2018 OR 2022 FIFA WORLD CUP IN UNITED STATESMay 4th 2010- FITA - WORLD ARCHERY NEWS - APRIL 2010 / AVRIL 2010April 12th 2010- PyeongChang 2018 establishes Advisory Committee to oversee a low carbon Olympic Winter Games PlanApril 1st 2010- WORLD ARCHERY NEWS - MARCH 2010 / MARS 2010January 12th 2010- Tampa Chosen for USA Bid for FIFA World CupJanuary 12th 2010- USA BID COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES CITIES TO BE INCLUDED IN UNITED STATES BID TO HOST FIFA WORLD CUP IN 2018 OR 2022December 29th 2009- NEW YEAR'S DAY GLOBAL SHOWCASE FOR KEY MUNICH 2018 VENUEDecember 22nd 2009- NEW CABLE CAR LIFTS MUNICH'S 2018 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC WINTER GAMES BIDDecember 16th 2009- USA BID COMMITTEE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEET IN NEW YORK CITY AT MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER HEADQUARTERSDecember 14th 2009- RUSSIAN BID COMMITTEE SENT BIDDING AGREEMENT FOR 2018/2022 WORLDCUPâ„¢ TO FIFADecember 7th 2009- London Food Board's response to 2012's food visionNovember 28th 2009- Two Prime Ministers meet with Jack Warner to talk 2018 bidNovember 19th 2009- FITA Council Moves Forward with Congress DecisionsOctober 2nd 2009- Statement from USOC Chairman Larry Probst and Acting CEO Stephanie StreeterOctober 2nd 2009- Mercedes Coghen: “Madrid is the City for an Olympic Fiestaâ€October 2nd 2009- Youth-focused Tokyo 2016 offers IOC a legacy for the worldOctober 2nd 2009- Tokyo congratulates fellow Bid cities in 2016 raceOctober 1st 2009- Cycle Star Indurian Pedals For Madrid 2016 In CopenhagenOctober 1st 2009- Olympic swimming stars make a splash for Tokyo 2016's commitment to world youthOctober 1st 2009- Japanese Bid outlines ‘winning assets’ before IOC voteOctober 1st 2009- Madrid 2016 Volunteers in CopenhagenSeptember 30th 2009- Tokyo 2016 pledges to host the most athlete-focused GamesSeptember 30th 2009- Golden Delegation to Bring the Games Home to Madrid:September 30th 2009- Three-time Olympian and two-time Danish champion cyclist supports Tokyo 2016September 30th 2009- MADRID CAN WIN 2016 OLYMPICS MAYOR TELLS COPENHAGENSeptember 29th 2009- SportsFeatures.com has all sides of the news on the 2016 Olympics voteSeptember 29th 2009- MADRID “ HAS WHAT IT TAKES †TO WIN IN COPENHAGENSeptember 29th 2009- CHICAGO 2016, OLYMPIANS, PARALYMPIANS AND SUPPORTERS VISIT SPORTS CLUBS IN COPENHAGENSeptember 29th 2009- Tokyo 2016 guarantees ‘unprecedented legacy promise for humankind’September 28th 2009- Madrid 2016 Take-OffSeptember 28th 2009- Japanese Prime Minister completes strongest ever Japanese Bid teamSeptember 28th 2009- Spain’s Football League also has a Feeling in its Bones for Madrid 2016September 27th 2009- Decision Friday- The 2016 Olympic Host City AnnouncementSeptember 27th 2009- Governor of Tokyo calls Olympic vote “most important election†of his lifeSeptember 27th 2009- HALF A MILLION TURN OUT IN MADRID TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR CITY'S OLYMPIC BIDSeptember 25th 2009- Madrid 2016: City Sends Olympic Delegation to Copenhagen With Giant Olympic WaveSeptember 25th 2009- Montezemolo and Capello Support Madrid 2016September 25th 2009- HUNDREDS OF CHICAGO 2016 SUPPORTERS MAKE THE TRIP TO COPENHAGEN FOR 2016 HOST CITY DECISIONSeptember 25th 2009- U.S. Olympians Unanimously Endorse Chicago 2016 Bid to Host Olympic and Paralympic GamesSeptember 24th 2009- 100 million in Japan back Tokyo 2016 Olympic GamesSeptember 24th 2009- World’s Media Gets the Message: Madrid is Perfect for 2016 GamesSeptember 24th 2009- Madrid 2016: High Speed, Free Travel OlympicsSeptember 24th 2009- World Kids’ Sports Summit Declaration Presented to IOCSeptember 23rd 2009- Madrid 2016: The Smile and Life of the Olympic & Paralympic GamesSeptember 23rd 2009- Twenty-six Olympic and Paralympic Athletes Travel to Copenhagen for Final Pitch for 2016 GamesSeptember 22nd 2009- Olympic Hopeful Spain Celebrates Victorious Weekend of SportSeptember 22nd 2009- Bid chief: Tokyo the right choice for post-recession Olympic and Paralympic GamesSeptember 21st 2009- Tokyo 2016 and Japanese Prime Minister share green 21st Century visionSeptember 19th 2009- 2011 WORLD MILITARY GAMES BOOST RIO 2016 BIDSeptember 18th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 UNVEILS OLYMPIC PLAYGROUND AT JESSE OWENS PARKSeptember 17th 2009- Tokyo 2016 reveals athlete-focus for Copenhagen delegationSeptember 16th 2009- Madrid and Barcelona: Together On the Road to the OlympicsSeptember 16th 2009- IAAF Gold label for Tokyo Marathon boosts Tokyo 2016September 16th 2009- U.S. Olympians and Paralympians to Participate in White House Event on Olympics, Paralympics and Youth Sport Hosted by President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama on Wednesday, Sept. 16September 16th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 CELEBRATES 16 DAY COUNTDOWN TO HOST CITY DECISION IN COPENHAGENSeptember 15th 2009- Japanese Olympic Hero aims to keep Olympic Legacy shining brightlySeptember 15th 2009- RIO DE JANEIRO CELEBRATES WEEKEND OF SPORT INCLUDING FIRST SOUTH AMERICAN MODERN PENTATHLON WORLD CUP FINALSeptember 14th 2009- Tokyo 2016 continues efforts to unite youth with Olympism at International Seminar on Youth & SportSeptember 11th 2009- Tokyo 2009 Asian Youth Para Games get under way with Tokyo 2016’s full supportSeptember 11th 2009- Madrid 2016 Announces Olympic FiestaSeptember 8th 2009- Madrid 2016: Wings for a DreamSeptember 4th 2009- CHICAGO’S HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY ORGANIZES RALLY TO DEMONSTRATE EAGERNESS TO HOST THE WORLD FOR THE 2016 GAMESSeptember 4th 2009- WORLD ARCHERY NEWS - AUGUST 2009 / AOUT 2009September 3rd 2009- CELEBRITIES BACK THE BIDSeptember 2nd 2009- Madrid will fight until October 2 to show the IOC that it’s the best option for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games, says MayorSeptember 2nd 2009- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION CONFIRMS CHICAGO’S ABILITY TO HOST THE 2016 GAMESSeptember 2nd 2009- Tokyo 2016 Starts Sprint to Finish Line with Strong IOC ReportSeptember 2nd 2009- Madrid 2016 Delighted that IOC Report Praises Well-Constructed and Very Compact BidSeptember 1st 2009- Tokyo 2016 Confident and Eagerly Awaiting IOC Evaluation Commission ReportSeptember 1st 2009- MADRID 2016 PRESS CONFERENCEAugust 31st 2009- World's Top Sprinter and Footballer Praise Madrid's 2016 Olympic BidAugust 28th 2009- Samaranch: “A Better Tomorrow – Madrid Will Host Greatest Games Everâ€August 27th 2009- Acclaimed fashion designer to create Tokyo 2016 final presentation uniformAugust 27th 2009- IOC reaches agreement for 2014 & 2016 broadcast rights in BrazilAugust 26th 2009- Tokyo 2016 celebrates Jigoro Kano’s 100 Year Legacy at World Judo Rotterdam 2009August 22nd 2009- Madrid 2016 Sub Venue Centre Stage at Valencia European Grand PrixAugust 20th 2009- Tokyo 2016’s Commercial Programme Attracts 17 Major Japanese Blue Chip FirmsAugust 18th 2009- Madrid 2016 Celebrates Spanish Sorting Excellence: Marta DomÃnguez Wins Gold for Spain in BerlinAugust 14th 2009- Madrid 2016 Olympics “Designed by Athletes for Athletesâ€August 13th 2009- Tokyo 2016 inspires youth as 2016 Bid race enters last 50 daysAugust 12th 2009- Madrid Will Fill Every Seat During 2016 GamesAugust 10th 2009- Statement of USOC Commitment to Chicago 2016 by CEO Stephanie StreeterJuly 28th 2009- Youth and Olympians have fun through sport in the heart of TokyoJuly 24th 2009- Vacation Alert: Stay connected with your sports news at SportsFeatures.comJuly 13th 2009- R&B legends Boyz II Men add their voice to support for Tokyo 2016July 10th 2009- Paralympics: Tokyo 2016 On the Road to BerlinJuly 9th 2009- Tokyo 2016 ambassador arrives in New York after third leg of epic Earth MarathonJuly 8th 2009- Giant robot unites Tokyo 2016’s high-tech, green and youth-focused Olympic and Paralympic BidJuly 7th 2009- Gallardon Heads up Delegation to Nigeria Presenting Spain’s Olympic Project to the African CommitteesJuly 7th 2009- Tokyo 2016 "Africa's best long-term partner"July 6th 2009- RIO 2016 PRESENTS PROJECT TO THE OLYMPIC COMMITTEES OF AFRICAJuly 6th 2009- Tokyo 2016 releases Countdown ‘app’ for Apple iPhoneJuly 6th 2009- Tokyo 2016 Senior delegation arrives in Abuja for ANOCA General AssemblyJuly 4th 2009- Madrid warms up for 2016 with international athletesJuly 1st 2009- RIO 2016 TEAM IMPRESSED WITH 1ST ASIAN YOUTH GAMESJune 29th 2009- Tokyo 2016 continues mission to unite young people with sport and the Olympic MovementJune 26th 2009- Chicago 2016 to Attend Asian Youth GamesJune 26th 2009- OLYMPIC ATHLETES PARTICIPATE IN RELAY RACE IN SUPPORT OF RIO 2016 BIDJune 25th 2009- Madrid 2016 takes part in the 16th Mediterranean Games of PescaraJune 25th 2009- Chicago 2016 Attends Mediterranean GamesJune 24th 2009- Countdown Clock marks final 100-day push for Tokyo 2016June 23rd 2009- 100 days to finalise Madrid 2016’s 100 year legacyJune 23rd 2009- RIO 2016 PORT REVITALIZATION PROJECT WILL TRANSFORM HISTORIC AREA OF THE CITYJune 22nd 2009- Tokyo 2016 relay unites people of all ages with sport at the heart of dynamic TokyoJune 20th 2009- Successful week in Lausanne boosts Tokyo 2016’s efforts to bri g the Games to dynamic TokyoJune 20th 2009- RIO 2016 COUNTS OVER 1 MILLION MESSAGES OF SUPPORTJune 18th 2009- Tokyo 2016: firmly focused on athletes and engaging global youthJune 18th 2009- Madrid 2016 is strengthened by Lausanne visitJune 17th 2009- President Obama Announces New White House Office of Olympic, Paralympic and Youth SportJune 17th 2009- CHICAGO TOUTS BID FOR THE 2016 GAMES TO THE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEEJune 17th 2009- Tokyo 2016 Promises unique 100 Year Legacy for the Olympic MovementJune 17th 2009- USA BID COMMITTEE ISSUES REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS TO 37 POTENTIAL FIFA WORLD CUPâ„¢ HOST CITIES FOR 2018 or 2022June 16th 2009- Olympic Museum inspires Tokyo GovernorJune 16th 2009- Olympic Day Celebrations PLANNED NationwideJune 15th 2009- Tokyo 2016 Games would be hosted in “the world’s most live e megalopolisâ€June 15th 2009- Thousands of supporters join Tokyo 2016 in celebrating Olympic DayJune 12th 2009- Madrid celebrates first ever ‘Integration Games’ in a weekend of Sport for EveryoneJune 10th 2009- Madrid 2016: Sport is also tourismJune 10th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 WELCOMES TOKYO 2016 BID AMBASSADOR AND JAPANESE ENTERTAINER KANPEI HAZAMA TO CHICAGOJune 9th 2009- Tokyo 2016 unites sport and education with sixth academic partnershipJune 5th 2009- RIO 2016 CELEBRATES WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAYJune 5th 2009- Tokyo 2016 and ‘Green Heroes’ inspire on World Environment DayJune 5th 2009- Wheelchair Tennis Star Serves Big for Tokyo 2016 at Roland GarrosJune 1st 2009- Tokyo 2016 unites sport and education with new academic partnershipMay 29th 2009- Madrid prepares for another great weekend of sportMay 27th 2009- Japan’s 100 year Olympic legacy marked by foundation of Institute of OlympismMay 26th 2009- Squash Makes A Worldwide Racket For Olympic BidMay 24th 2009- Madrid Welcomes "vote of confidence"May 23rd 2009- Madrid hosts a weekend of top level sportMay 21st 2009- BRAZILIAN CONGRESS REITERATES SUPPORT FOR RIO 2016May 18th 2009- NADAL PRAISES “SPECTACULAR†TENNIS VENUE FOR MADRID 2016 OLYMPICSMay 18th 2009- 10 km walking event showcases Tokyo 2016's innovative venue planMay 18th 2009- RIO 2016’S PLANNED OLYMPIC STADIUM HOSTS OLYMPIC CHAMPIONSMay 18th 2009- RIO 2016 CANDIDATURE TO BE CARBON ZEROMay 16th 2009- AFRICAN SOFTBALL LEADER STRENGTHENS OLYMPIC CAMPAIGNMay 14th 2009- SportsFeatures.com announces new SFC Press Point story lead and press release distribution serviceMay 13th 2009- Spain praised for breakthrough on anti-doping deadlockMay 12th 2009- Latest Poll Reveals 'Mega Support' For Tokyo Games Ensuring Full Venues in 2016May 12th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 AND WORLD SPORT CHICAGO LAUNCH MAYOR DALEY’S SUMMER TRACK PROGRAMMay 9th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 CELEBRATES OLYMPIC WEEK WITH 230,000 STUDENTSMay 8th 2009- Madrid ready for technology challenge of hosting 2016 GamesMay 8th 2009- 2016: Madrid will become a giant screen on the worldMay 8th 2009- Madrid 2016: Medical services and doping control - fair playMay 8th 2009- The King asks for the trust of the IOC to stage the best Olympic Games everMay 8th 2009- IOC EVALUATION COMMISSIONMay 8th 2009- Security guaranteedMay 7th 2009- SOFTBALL’S COMMITMENT TO YOUTH AND PEACE UNDERLINED AT IOC FORUMMay 7th 2009- Madrid 2016's marketing strategy combines head and heartMay 7th 2009- SPAIN’S SPORTING PASSION CRUCIAL TO 2016 OLYMPIC SUCCESSMay 7th 2009- Madrid 2016 Paralympic Games - Open city, sport for allMay 7th 2009- Madrid 2016 - Structure, political and economic climate: a solid bidMay 7th 2009- Madrid 2016: a Games with complete legal and fiscal guaranteesMay 7th 2009- Madrid 2016 - Presentation on immigration: Games without bordersMay 7th 2009- 90% of Madrid 2016 income is guaranteed, demonstrating the bid's reliabilityMay 7th 2009- Madrid 2016 explains its numbers to the IOCMay 5th 2009- Alberto Ruiz-Gallardón, Mayor of Madrid, welcomes the IOC Evaluation CommissionMay 5th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 ANNOUNCES NEW IPHONE APPLICATIONMay 5th 2009- DAY ONE IS SUCCESS SAYS MADRID OLYMPIC BID LEADERMay 5th 2009- “MADRID IS READY†PROCLAIMS BID TEAM AS IOC EVALUATORS ARRIVEMay 5th 2009- Presentation of the Madrid 2016 Environment GuideMay 5th 2009- Madrid 2016: The public transport OlympicsMay 5th 2009- Madrid 2016 accommodation: Modern, ecological and secure - accessible hotels for everyoneMay 5th 2009- Madrid 2016 Olympic Village - The Home of AthletesMay 5th 2009- Madrid already has the majority facilities in place to celebrate the Olympic Games in 2016May 5th 2009- “We have the pieces, let’s put them into play,†Gallardón asks the Evaluation Commission on the first day of presentationsMay 4th 2009- Madrid Welcomes IOC Evaluation CommissionMay 4th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 KICKS OFF OLYMPIC WEEK WITH OPENING CEREMONY AT MAYO ELEMENTARY SCHOOLMay 3rd 2009- Tokyo 2016 Statement on Public SupportMay 1st 2009- Tokyo 2016’s visionary, athlete-focused and media-friendly plan presented at AIPS CongressMay 1st 2009- Madrid 2016 will be the perfect Olympics for media, AIPS toldMay 1st 2009- Madrid Government guarantees full €872 million for Olympic Village in 2016April 29th 2009- MAYOR RICHARD M. DALEY AND MAYOR SAMUEL MORENO ROJAS OF BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, SIGN CHICAGO’S 28TH SISTER CITIES PARTNERSHIPApril 29th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 ATTENDS INTERNATIONAL SPORTS PRESS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONGRESSApril 28th 2009- Tokyo 2016 takes momentum from IOC visit into final five months of bid campaignApril 27th 2009- Madrid 2016 Olympic bid: Madrid’s 32nd Green Marathon shining example of city’s sporting spiritApril 27th 2009- European Squash Juniors Back the BidApril 24th 2009- Madrid 2016 bid team uphold Olympic values as it supports ‘International Solidarity in Sport’April 20th 2009- INTERNATIONAL BASEBALL FEDERATION NAMES DONNA LOPIANO, Ph.D., AS CHAIR, WOMEN’S BASEBALL COMMITTEEApril 19th 2009- IOC Evaluation Commission ‘most impressed’ by Tokyo 2016April 18th 2009- Tokyo 2016 offers financial stability and major commercial opportunity to the Olympic MovementApril 18th 2009- Tokyo 2016 can benefit people with perceived disabilities globallyApril 17th 2009- IOC Evaluation Commission explores sites for the most compact, sustainable and athlete-focused Games everApril 16th 2009- Tokyo 2016 showcases existing assets and visionary plans for 2016 on strong day one of IOC Evaluation CommissionApril 15th 2009- Tokyo Governor: IOC Evaluation Commission is a ‘precious opportunity’April 14th 2009- Tokyo welcomes International Olympic Committee Evaluation CommissionApril 14th 2009- More than 72,000 operatives to watch over Madrid 2016’s Olympic securityApril 13th 2009- More than 600 Olympians, Paralympians and Japan’s sports industry rally to back Tokyo 2016April 12th 2009- Tokyo Governor to play major role during IOC Evaluation Commission visitApril 10th 2009- Tokyo ready to light up for IOC Evaluation CommissionApril 8th 2009- Governor Ishihara: an Olympic solution to a global problemApril 7th 2009- INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE EVALUATION COMMISSION WRAPS UP IN CHICAGOApril 6th 2009- FESTIVE “CITY NIGHT” PRESENTS CHICAGO’S WORLD CLASSApril 6th 2009- INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE Delegation Visits PROPOSED Chicago 2016 Venue SitesApril 5th 2009- MICHAEL JORDAN TO WELCOME IOC EVALUATION COMMISSION TO UNITED CENTER IN VIDEO MESSAGEApril 4th 2009- PRESIDENT OBAMA WELCOMES INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE TO CHICAGOApril 4th 2009- INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE OFFICIALS TO BE GUESTS OF HONOR AT SPECIAL CITY NIGHT CELEBRATIONApril 2nd 2009- Spain’s King Juan Carlos declares Madrid Olympic bid ‘a national project’March 31st 2009- FIFA asks for a minute´s silenceMarch 23rd 2009- Peter Nicol Outlines Dreams for Squash 2016March 23rd 2009- Japan’s passion for sport in the heart of the city energizes 2009 Tokyo MarathonMarch 21st 2009- CHICAGO 2016 ATTENDS SPORTACCORDMarch 21st 2009- Olympic marathon gold medalists support Tokyo 2016March 20th 2009- Japanese Anime Superheroes back Tokyo 2016 at international anime conferenceMarch 19th 2009- Tokyo 2016 unites sport and education with fourth academic partnershipMarch 18th 2009- AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO SUPPORT RIO 2016 BIDMarch 18th 2009- AMERICAS SPORTS COUNCIL SIGNS MOTION SUPPORTING RIO 2016March 18th 2009- Sochi 2014 opens new Automobile Sponsorship CategoryMarch 17th 2009- Tokyo 2016 receives total backing from both Japan’s houses of ParliamentMarch 17th 2009- Japan’s House of Representatives offers rock solid support and guarantees for Tokyo 2016March 16th 2009- Fleet of Tokyo 2016 taxis celebrates city’s transport infrastructureMarch 13th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 DEMONSTRATES ITS COMMITMENT TO WELCOME THE WORLD TO CHICAGO IN 2016March 13th 2009- Madrid 2016 receives massive national and public recognition in SpainMarch 12th 2009- Tokyo 2016 joins with prestigious national university to promote sport studiesMarch 11th 2009- Madrid 2016 attends the inauguration of the new OCA’s headquarters in KuwaitMarch 11th 2009- ATCO Super Series Finals To Add Momentum To Squash’s 2016 Olympic CampaignMarch 11th 2009- Tokyo 2016 Ambassador sails into Los Angeles on Earth MarathonMarch 10th 2009- New J-League season starts with show of support for Tokyo 2016March 9th 2009- Squash 2016 Launches Olympic Bid WebsiteMarch 7th 2009- Madrid 2016 stands for equality and opportunity, says Olympic bid chiefMarch 6th 2009- Madrid’s two main football clubs become 2016 Olympic bid envoysMarch 6th 2009- Top luxury travel magazine names Japan world’s best travel destinationMarch 5th 2009- PRIME MINISTER ZAPATERO GUARANTEES FULL GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR MADRID 2016 OLYMPIC BIDMarch 5th 2009- Tokyo Committed to Carbon-Minus GamesMarch 4th 2009- Rio experiences record number of visitors during the city’s 2009 CarnivalMarch 3rd 2009- Chicago 2016 Announces Media Accreditation for International Olympic Committee Evaluation Commission VisitMarch 2nd 2009- 5,000 Japanese support Tokyo 2016 on Rainbow Bridge Walk at the heart of the cityFebruary 27th 2009- Media Statement From: Don Porter, President of the International Softball Federation (ISF)February 27th 2009- Tokyo 2016 launches media accreditation for IOC Evaluation Commission visitFebruary 23rd 2009- THOUSANDS PACK MADRID 2016 “OLYMPIC VENUE”February 23rd 2009- College athletes enjoy perfect stage for cycling in the heart of TokyoFebruary 18th 2009- Tokyo 2016 - Public joins Tokyo Governor in expressing enthusiasm for Tokyo 2016February 18th 2009- BackSoftball campaign reaches White HouseFebruary 17th 2009- IGF Submits Detailed Questionnaire to International Olympic Committee, Constituting Golf’s Formal Olympic BidFebruary 17th 2009- Squash Eyes 2016 Olympic DreamFebruary 13th 2009- Madrid Unveils Candidature File for 2016 OlympicsFebruary 13th 2009- Candidature procedure 2016 - All four candidate cities submit their files to the IOCFebruary 13th 2009- Chicago 2016 Releases Candidature File Following Official Submission to International Olympic CommitteeFebruary 13th 2009- Tokyo 2016 is setting the stage for heroes unveiling inspired Candidature FileFebruary 13th 2009- Tokyo 2016 will Set The Stage For HeroesFebruary 12th 2009- GRANDSON OF JESSE OWENS’ DELIVERS CHICAGO 2016 BID BOOK TO IOCFebruary 12th 2009- Tokyo 2016 submits Candidature File to the IOC outlining most compact, sustainable and financially-secure Games plan everFebruary 11th 2009- Madrid Olympic & Paralympic Bid: ‘Safest choice for 2016’ presents its Candidature File to the IOC in LausanneFebruary 10th 2009- CISA and Africa, the first stage of the race towards 2016February 10th 2009- Madrid 2016 team meets the media in LondonFebruary 10th 2009- Japanese sport federations voice strong support for Tokyo 2016 planFebruary 10th 2009- Ubiquitous Technology to enhance Tokyo 2016 visitor experienceFebruary 9th 2009- RIO GOVERNMENT BEGINS WORK ON KEY RIO 2016 ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTFebruary 6th 2009- Madrid’s Sporting Mayor: ‘Most Relevant Political Figure’February 6th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 CELEBRATES BID BOOK SUBMISSION WITH STUDENTS AT JESSE OWENS COMMUNITY ACADEMYFebruary 5th 2009- RIO 2016 PRESENTS CANDIDATURE FILEFebruary 4th 2009- RIO 2016 SIGNS ACCORD TO DEVELOP BRAZILIAN SPORTFebruary 4th 2009- Tokyo 2016 welcomes Japanese government’s $17 billion pledgeFebruary 4th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 ANNOUNCES ADDITIONS TO BID LEADERSHIP TEAMFebruary 4th 2009- RIO 2016 SIGNS ACCORD TO DEVELOP BRAZILIAN SPORTFebruary 3rd 2009- Tokyo Day in London showcases city’s Olympic sustainability visionFebruary 3rd 2009- Tokyo 2016 Could Break Olympic TV Viewing RecordsFebruary 3rd 2009- BANK OF AMERICA SUPPORTS CHICAGO 2016 WITH DONATION OF MURAL WALLFebruary 2nd 2009- Tokyo 2016 shares Japanese sport business opportunities at major conferenceJanuary 29th 2009- CHICAGO 2016 PROPOSED VENUE PLAN APPROVED BY INTERNATIONAL SPORT FEDERATIONSJanuary 28th 2009- Further royal boost for Madrid 2016 bid as prince and princess visit trade fairJanuary 28th 2009- Japanese PM pledges support for Tokyo 2016 in major policy speechJanuary 27th 2009- Youngsters inspired at Tokyo Olympic panel eventJanuary 23rd 2009- The City of Madrid guarantees its promise to the Olympic bidJanuary 22nd 2009- Be Our Guest: Madrid’s hotel sector backs 2016 Olympic bidJanuary 21st 2009- Madrid 2016’s top quality bid has full approval from sports establishmentJanuary 20th 2009- Olympic champion Kitajima draws big crowds in support of Tokyo 2016January 20th 2009- Boosted by full support: Madrid’s 2016 Olympic bid registers over 20,000 volunteersJanuary 19th 2009- Tokyo transport forum signals Japanese leadership on global green initiativesJanuary 18th 2009- U.S. Mayors Endorse Chicago 2016 's Efforts to Bring Olympic and Paralympic Games to Chicago in 2016January 17th 2009- Chicago 2016 Announces Proposed Road Cycling and Mountain Bike VenuesJanuary 17th 2009- OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ESTABLISHED FOR RIO 2016 GAMESJanuary 16th 2009- Madrid’s Integration Games will unite people through sportJanuary 16th 2009- Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s 2009 budget confirms Tokyo 2016’s financial stabilityJanuary 14th 2009- MAYOR DALEY LAUNCHES CITY’S WINTER TOURISM CAMPAIGN AND NEW TOURISM WEBSITE: “EXPLORE CHICAGO.ORG”January 14th 2009- USA Gymnastics partners with Chicago 2016 and Chicago Park District to hold Tyson Fitness Challenge to help get kids in shapeJanuary 14th 2009- 2009 set to be another year of great sport for SpainJanuary 12th 2009- RIO 2016 VENUE PLANS APPROVED BY ALL INTERNATIONAL FEDERATIONSJanuary 9th 2009- Madrid 2016 Welcomes University Envoys from Sports EducationJanuary 9th 2009- Tokyo 2016 Olympic Bid Venue Plans Receive Sign Off from All 26 International FederationsJanuary 8th 2009- SportsFeatures.com launches online press release and story lead posting systemJanuary 7th 2009- Madrid’s Magic Box tennis venue enters final construction phaseJanuary 7th 2009- Tokyo 2016 Ambassador embarks on second leg of global marathonJanuary 6th 2009- Tokyo 2016 accelerates into 2009 on the back of inspiring year-end eventsJanuary 2nd 2009- RIO DE JANEIRO KICKS OFF 2009 FOCUSED ON THE 2016 BIDDecember 30th 2008- RIO 2016 LAUNCHES “LIVE YOUR PASSION” AT NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONSDecember 30th 2008- Chicago 2016 and World Sport Chicago Bring Olympic and Paralympic Athletes to Successful Holiday Sports FestDecember 28th 2008- Chicago 2016, World Sport Chicago, U.S. Paralympics LaunchDecember 24th 2008- Tokyo 2016 celebrates a great 2008 for world class sporting eventsDecember 23rd 2008- Governor Sergio Cabral promotes Rio’s bid to host the 2016 Olympic Games in meeting with French president Nicolas SarkozyDecember 22nd 2008- Tokyo 2016 continues to support youth Olympic educationDecember 22nd 2008- CHICAGO 2016 JOINS THE CHICAGO CLIMATE EXCHANGEDecember 19th 2008- Olympic Broadcast Veteran joins Tokyo 2016 Bid TeamDecember 18th 2008- Tokyo 2016 Bid Committee Board Confirms PlansDecember 17th 2008- Chicago 2016 and World Sports Chicago to Participate in Mayor Daley’s Holiday Sports FestDecember 17th 2008- Kanpei Hazama to cross continents for Tokyo 2016December 17th 2008- Spanish Parliament gives vote of support to Madrid 2016 Olympic bidDecember 16th 2008- MADRID PERFECT TOURIST DESTINATION FOR 2016 OLYMPICSDecember 15th 2008- Thousands attend rally to support Tokyo 2016December 12th 2008- CHICAGO 2016 UNVEILS ENHANCED GAMES PLANDecember 11th 2008- STUDY FORECASTS $22.5 BILLION IN NEW ECONOMIC ACTIVITY FROM 2016 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMESDecember 11th 2008- Madrid bid chief honoured for contribution to sport by FranceDecember 11th 2008- UK PARLIAMENTARY OFFICIAL BELIEVES RIO 2016 BID WILL LEAVE IMPORTANT LEGACY FOR THE CITYDecember 11th 2008- CHICAGO 2016 NAMES WINNERS OF THE “WHY CHICAGO” VIDEO CONTESTDecember 11th 2008- Chicago 2016 Announces Key Additions to Bid Leadership TeamDecember 11th 2008- Official Chicago 2016 Candidate City Merchandise Available at Macy’s on State Street this Holiday SeasonDecember 9th 2008- RIO DE JANEIRO CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS IN CITY’S ICONIC LOCATIONDecember 9th 2008- CHICAGO 2016 FINALIZES AGREEMENT FOR MICHAEL REESE HOSPITAL SITEDecember 5th 2008- Madrid 2016 Celebrates Its Dedicated Volunteers and Huge Public SupportDecember 4th 2008- CHICAGO 2016 FURTHERS OLYMPIAN AND PARALYMPIAN RECRUITMENT EFFORTS IN SUPPORT OF THE BIDDecember 4th 2008- Madrid upholds the values of ‘Peace and Sport’December 1st 2008- More than 1,000 cheerleaders show passion for Tokyo 2016November 28th 2008- Tokyo 2016 gives international diplomats a glimpse of the Games in the heart of the cityNovember 27th 2008- China, Italy and Spain ready to present their 2014 FIBA World Championship bids on 5th December in GenevaNovember 27th 2008- Madrid 2016 welcomes creation of Ministry of Sport in next Spanish reshuffleNovember 26th 2008- Tokyo 2016 Feels Full Support of Local BusinessNovember 26th 2008- 2008 Olympians Give Back Through Olympic Build Day with Habitat for HumanityNovember 26th 2008- FINALISTS SELECTED FOR THE CHICAGO 2016 “WHY CHICAGO” VIDEO CONTESTNovember 23rd 2008- Madrid 2016: reliability guaranteedNovember 20th 2008- Tokyo 2016 reveals new-look animated website promoting a Games built around Tokyo’s myriad of attractions








